Dayanara

Meaning of Dayanara

It likely means 'princess'. It could also mean 'great light'.

Dayanara has Spanish roots — browse every Spanish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Dayanara

After ranking as high as #346 in 2005, Dayanara has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Dayanara

• Dayanara Torres
  Miss Universe 1993, actress
• Dayanara Peralta
  Ecuadorian singer and actress
• Dayanara Ulices
  Mexican footballer
• Dayanara Leon
  Venezuelan model and influencer
• Dayanara Mendoza
  Venezuelan model

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Questions about the name Dayanara

What does the name Dayanara mean?

Dayanara means it likely means 'princess'. it could also mean 'great light', and it comes from Spanish origins.

Is Dayanara a boy's or a girl's name?

Dayanara is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Dayanara?

Dayanara did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Dayanara most popular?

Dayanara peaked at #346 in 2005.